Gratin Dauphinois

1. 1

   Rub inside of a 1 1/2 quart casserole with cut sides of garlic. Discard garlic. Coat dish with cooking spray. (I sprinkle the garlic in the layers)

2. 2

   Arrange half of potato slices in casserole, Drizzle with 1 tablespoon margarine. Sprinkle with half of salt, half of pepper, and half of cheese.

3. 3

   Repeat procedure with remaining potato slices, margarine, salt, pepper, and cheese.

4. 4

   Bring milk to a boil in a small saucepan over low heat (I use the microwave). Pour milk over potato mixture.

5. 5

   Bake potato mixture, uncovered, at 425u00b0 for 40 minutes or until potato is tender. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Yield: 7 servings (serving size 1 cup)

6. 6

   I heat the potatoes a little in the microwave before I pour the milk over them, about 2-3 minutes on high. Then they cook in about 20-30 minutes. I've also substituted Asiago Cheese or a 4 cheese blend for the Gruyere.

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